Eastwood, an Oscar winner for directing "Unforgiven," was presented the Founder's Award during the group's 24th annual Golden Boot Awards held Saturday. The ceremony recognize actors, stunt people, producers and directors who have furthered the tradition of the Western in film and television.

Morgan Freeman, who co-starred in Eastwood's Oscar-winning film "Million Dollar Baby," presented the special award, which has been given only eight times since the ceremony began 24 years ago.